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You Raise Me Up: SAB Choral Octavo

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You Raise Me Up: SAB Choral Octavo

You Raise Me Up: SAB Choral Octavo

Words and music by Rolf Løvland and Brendan Graham / arr. Mark Hayes

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Josh Groban's blockbuster hit has received the most powerful and moving choral treatment to date. The song, based on a traditional Irish tune, has been recorded by dozens of pop and Christian artists. Enjoy Mark's stunning, lush treatment, with optional orchestra.

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Series: Alfred Pop Choral Series
Publisher: Alfred Music
Page Count: 12
UPC: 038081425887
SKU: 00-38116

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About the Composer: Rolf Løvland

Rolf Løvland is a Norwegian composer best known for creating "You Raise Me Up," one of the most recorded contemporary songs worldwide. His work spans film scores, theatrical compositions, and choral music, with a gift for writing melodies that resonate across genres and cultures.

Løvland's ability to blend traditional folk influences with modern harmonic sensibility has made his compositions accessible to both classical and popular audiences. In choral settings, his music consistently challenges arrangers and performers to find emotional depth within singable, memorable lines.

Why we love this

Mark Hayes's arrangement captures the soaring emotional arc that made this song a phenomenon, but scales it for SAB voicing without sacrificing the lush harmonic palette. The optional orchestra parts elevate the piece into something concert-ready, while the SAB texture keeps it accessible for community and school choirs. This is repertoire that audiences recognize and singers feel proud to perform.

What to expect

The arrangement unfolds with cinematic sweep and emotional generosity. Warm, flowing harmonies create an intimate intensity that builds gradually, culminating in moments of genuine uplift. This is music that leaves singers and listeners moved.

Who it's for

This octavo suits choirs seeking repertoire that connects with modern audiences while maintaining musical substance. SAB voicing makes it appropriate for treble-dominant ensembles, community choirs, and emerging mixed groups seeking a legitimate concert piece with crossover appeal.

How to get the most out of it

  • Let the melody breathe in the opening section. Resist the urge to rush; the strength of this piece lives in sustained, connected phrasing that mirrors the original.
  • Balance the inner voices carefully in the lush harmonic passages. The altos and tenors carry crucial supporting lines that should be heard, not buried.
  • Use the recorded accompaniment as a reference for pacing and emotional shape, but rehearse a cappella frequently to build ensemble independence and blend.
  • If adding orchestra, schedule a full rehearsal with accompaniment well before your final performances. The orchestration adds color that requires dynamic adjustment from the choir.

How to use it

Position this as a strong closer on a concert devoted to inspirational or multicultural repertoire. The song's recognition factor and emotional payoff make it equally effective as a standalone feature or as part of a program exploring themes of hope and resilience. It works beautifully in graduation, spring concert, and peace-themed programs.

Skills your students will build

  • Sustaining long phrases with consistent breath support and tone
  • Blending in four-part and three-part harmonic textures
  • Navigating key modulations and harmonic progressions across the arrangement
  • Maintaining rhythmic precision within a lyrical, rubato-friendly context
  • Balancing solo melody awareness with supportive ensemble voicing

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